×
Create a new article
Write your page title here:
We currently have 2,650 articles on Yume Nikki Fangames Wiki. Type your article name above or click on one of the titles below and start writing!



Yume Nikki Fangames Wiki
Yume Nikki Fangames Wiki
2,650Articles
in:
Ex-Fangames, Released in 2010, Fangames,
and 3 more

The Other Line: Difference between revisions

(minor edit)
m (Text replacement - "Date\s?=\s?{{Date\|([\d\-]+)}}" to "Date = $1")
 
(42 intermediate revisions by 17 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
'''{{Infobox
{{ExFangame}}
|Box title = The Other Line
{{Gamepage v2}}
|image = Image:TheOtherLine1.png
{{Gamebox
|imagewidth = 250
| name = The Other Line
|caption = The Other Line's title screen
| image = TheOtherLine1.png
|Row 1 title = Creator
| caption = The Other Line's Title Screen
|Row 1 info = PsiWolf674
| Creator = [[BackbeatAnthem]]
|Row 2 title = Current Version
| Language = English
|Row 2 info = 0.06
| Engine = {{Engine|RPG Maker 2003}}
|Row 3 title = Effects
| Date = 2010-06-29
|Row 3 info = 18
| Protagonist = [[Nathan]]
|Row 4 title = Nexus Doors
| Nexus Doors = 6
|Row 4 info = 6
| Effects = 20
|Row 5 title = Endings
| Endings = 1
|Row 5 info = N/A
| Version = 0.09 (Ex-fangame)<br />0.08 (Fangame)
|Row 6 title = Tool
| hero2 = NathanSprite.png
|Row 6 info = RPG Maker 2003}}'''The Other Line is an English game by [http://www.youtube.com/user/PsiWolf674 PsiWolf674], a user known for his Youtube documentation of a large number of Yume Nikki fangames. It involves a boy in his apartment haunted by nightmares who, by use of his phone, dials into the alternate world (the "other line").
}}


There are several distinctions that set The Other Line apart from the original Yume Nikki. The protagonist is a male, referred to as Nathan. Though the game is a work in progress, the author intends to include a plot, something new to the Yume Nikki genre of open sandbox exploration.
==Overview==
'''The Other Line '''(occasionally abbreviated as '''TOL''') is an English game by [[BackbeatAnthem]], a user known for his Youtube documentation of a large number of Yume Nikki fangames. It involves a boy in his apartment haunted by nightmares who, by use of his phone, dials into the alternate world (the "other line").


==Gameplay Elements==
According to the creators blog, "I’ve decided to '''stop the distribution version 0.08'''. It just seems like there were too many bugs and unfinished things. I ask for everyone '''to wait until the next update, at which point the game will become officially available again'''.
Fan art, videos, live streams and all that are still allowed and more than welcomed. If you have any concerns, please ask. Thanks." (''[http://the-other-line-devblog.tumblr.com/post/60512232224/9-6-13-important Source]'')
 
In June 2016, BackbeatAnthem, has released [http://the-other-line-devblog.tumblr.com/post/145493734863/version-update-the-other-line-v009-download version 0.09].
 
There are several distinctions that set The Other Line apart from the original Yume Nikki. The protagonist is a male, referred to as [[Nathan]]. Though the game is a work in progress, the author intends to include a plot, something new to the Yume Nikki genre of open sandbox exploration.
 
==Gameplay==
The maps in The Other Line are quite coherent. It provides a stark contrast to other fangames, suggesting that the Other World in this game is an alternate dimension or universe, rather than a mental construction of Nathan's.
The maps in The Other Line are quite coherent. It provides a stark contrast to other fangames, suggesting that the Other World in this game is an alternate dimension or universe, rather than a mental construction of Nathan's.


The game makes heavy use of adventure gameplay elements, such as requiring certain items or effects to trigger scenes or to get other items. The debug speed option has been left in the game for convenience, as well.
Rather than totally free roaming exploration, there are more linear paths that focus on puzzles or events.


==Effects and Items (WIP)==
The game makes heavy use of adventure gameplay elements, such as requiring certain items or effects to trigger scenes or to get other items. There are quite a few puzzles too, such as the trivia guards and obstacles in the Temple.
'''Thunderbird '''turns Nathan into the mythological bird, increasing his speed. It is found on the pathway in Psychedelic World.


'''Coat '''is received from an NPC in a green jacket in the Snowy Tree World, so Nathan "won't be so cold. ... Maybe." It gives the protagonist a gray coat. Pressing the SHIFT key makes Nathan put up or take down his hood. The coat is used to exit the back door of the house it's found in.
*The debug speed option has been left in the game for convenience, and Heath restoration. (May be removed in future updates)
*There are many events that tell bits and pieces of Nathan's past (possibly), and there is an event counter too.


'''Pumpkin '''makes Nathan a walking jack-o-lantern. Using the SHIFT key will cause him to light up dark areas. The effect is found in the Famicom world, to the south.
==Plot==
The Other Line uses events to tell Nathan's story and possibly his past as well. It is unknown if the phone he picks up transports him to an alternate world, or if it is his own subconsciousness and he is on the phone with a stranger/no one.


'''Red Cap '''gives Nathan a red hat with a blue brim similar to Ness's from ''Earthbound''. It's a purely cosmetic effect found in the northern house of Famicom world.
"Most of the story is told through events, which are usually small cut-scenes. They’re designed in a way that makes the game a bit more nonlinear than I’m sure most people are used to in games, but this means that you can “discover” more of the story the more you explore. This is also where the effects come into play: In order to explore, you’ll need their help.


'''Balloon''' turns Nathan into a balloon with feet. It's a cosmetic effect received by talking to the sad boy outside the deserted mall area.
Finding bits of the story isn’t the only focus, however. The worlds are designed in a way that the player can just sit back and relax. Some areas you may find to be more reminiscent of a painting in that there may not be a specific “purpose” for the area other than to simply enjoy the atmosphere.


'''Scythe '''serves as Nathan's weapon, which can kill NPCs and monsters via the action key. It's obtained by talking to the Grim Reaper and interacting with the scythe he leaves at the train tracks (talk to the blonde girl first). Using the SHIFT key turns Nathan into a Grim Reaper himself.
The story is still undergoing many changes and tweaks, and these all affect the ending. The game’s main ending has gone through several drafts, and is likely to go through a few more.


'''Alien '''makes Nathan a green alien. Pressing the SHIFT key allows him to teleport back to the Nexus. The effect is obtained by interacting with the alien by the UFO in the left path of the Red Stairs World.
I believe I said earlier that players could expect multiple endings. The idea of multiple endings is still something that is being considered, though I’ll make clear that this idea could easily be discarded if plot changes don’t allow for them. I wouldn't want to “force” multiple endings." (''[http://the-other-line-devblog.tumblr.com/post/39279918669/12-30-12-progress-report Source]'')


'''Toilet '''is a cosmetic effect that turns Nathan into a walking toilet. It's found in the restroom of the Deserted Mall Area. The description says "don't be a potty mouth."
==Effects==
==='''Effects'''===


'''Poe Ghost''' transforms Nathan into what appears to be a Poe from ''The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time''. It's found by interacting with the purple soul in the bottom of the Apartment Rooftop World. Pressing SHIFT makes all but the lantern he carries in visible, and causes the ghost Nathan to laugh mischievously.
{| class="article-table" border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width: 100%;"
|-
! scope="col" |Name
! scope="col" |Image
! scope="col" |Description
|-
|'''Thunderbird'''
|[[File:TolEff6.png|center]]
|Turns Nathan into the mythological bird, increasing his speed.
|-
|'''Coat'''
|[[File:TolEff8.png|center]]
|Gives Nathan a gray coat. Pressing the '''Shift''' key makes Nathan put up or take down his hood. It also allows Nathan to go into the deeper parts of Snowy Tree World, without equipping the Coat effect, Nathan will pass out, and you will be warped back to the cabin with the NPC.
|-
|'''Pumpkin'''
|[[File:TolEff15.png|center]]
|Nathan becomes a walking jack-o-lantern. Pressing '''Shift''' will make him light up the inside of the pumpkin, illuminating dark areas.
|-
|'''Baseball Cap'''
|[[File:Tol-basecap.png|center]]
|Gives Nathan a red baseball cap. Pressing '''Shift''' warps him to an 8-bit baseball field.
|-
|'''Balloon'''
|[[File:TolEff5.png|center]]
|Turns Nathan into a large purple balloon. It can be used to float over large gaps. However, touching any sharp object will cause him to pop, and you will need to navigate over the gap again.
|-
|'''Scythe'''
|[[File:TolEff1.png|center]][[File:Tol-grimscythe.png|center]]
|Nathan wields a large, sharp scythe. Pressing '''Shift''' turns Nathan into an outfit similar to the Grim Reaper.
|-
|'''Alien'''
|[[File:TolEff3.png|center]]
|Makes Nathan appear to be some sort of green alien with multiple eyes and limbs. Pressing '''Shift''' warps him back to the Nexus in a flash of light.
|-
|'''Toilet'''
|[[File:TolEff14.png|center]]
|Turns Nathan into a walking bathroom toilet. Pressing '''Shift''' drains large bodies of water.
|-
|'''Ghost'''
|[[File:Tol-ghost.png|center]]
|Transforms Nathan into a hooded ghost. Pressing '''Shift''' makes all but the lantern he carries invisible, and causes the ghost Nathan to laugh mischievously.
|-
|'''Sand'''
|[[File:TolEff12.png|center]]
|Nathan becomes a pile of sand shaped like himself. Pressing '''Shift''' causes the sand to swirl and activate a sandstorm, stopping the sands of time until it is pressed again.
|-
|'''White Buffalo'''
|[[File:TolEff9.png|center]]
|Makes Nathan wear the head of a white buffalo and no shirt in what is assumed to be a Native American fashion. Equipping the effect automatically makes it snow in the area. Pressing '''Shift''' adjusts the intensity of the snowstorm.
|-
|'''Girl '''
|[[File:TolEff2.png|center]]
|Nathan wears a wig, red bow, and a skirt instead of pants. Pressing '''Shift''' makes him curtsy.
|-
|'''Tiki Mask'''
|[[File:TolEff7.png|center]]
|Gives Nathan a tiki mask, grass skirt and wooden staff. Pressing '''Shift''' will make Nathan do some sort of rain dance, and it will rain. Pressing Shift again adjusts the intensity of the rain, along with a clap of thunder.
|-
|'''Heart'''
|[[File:TolEff17.png|center]]
|Turns Nathan into a slow-moving, disembodied heart. Pressing '''Shift''' will make Nathan stop for a minute, and splash blood over the screen.
|-
|'''Lynx'''
|[[File:TolEff16.png|center]]
|Nathan becomes a grey [[wikipedia:lynx|Lynx]]. Pressing '''Shift''' makes his yellow eyes flash, allowing him to see invisible objects.
|-
|'''Feather Headress'''
|[[File:TolEff18.png|center]]
|A cosmetic effect that makes Nathan wear a large, white feather headdress.
|-
|'''Mohawk'''
|[[File:Tol-mohawk1.png|center]][[File:Tol-mohawk2.png|center]]
|Nathan has a mohawk haircut. Pressing '''Shift''' makes him wear a motorcycle helmet.
|-
|'''Vacuum'''
|[[File:Tol-vacuum.png|center]]
|Nathan becomes a purple vacuum cleaner. Pressing '''Shift''' attracts NPCs.
|-
|'''Guitar'''
|[[FIle:Tol-guitar.png|center]]
|Nathan holds a guitar. He can interact with music notes and use them as checkpoints. Pressing '''Shift''' warps him to a saved checkpoint.
|-
|'''Butterfly'''
|[[File:Tol-butterfly.png|center]]
|Nathan turns into a butterfly. As of now it is only a cosmetic effect, but there was an ability planned for it.
|}


'''Sand '''is the Other Line's answer to Yume Nikki's stop-light effect. Nathan's body becomes a pile of sand which can trigger a sandstorm by using SHIFT, which freezes NPCs for as long as the effect is activated. It's found in the desert area by walking south and standing on the stone table.
==='''Items'''===
{| class="article-table" style="width: 100%;"
|-
!Name
!In-Game Description
|-
|'''Old Dog Whistle'''
|"A really old dog whistle that's seen better days."
|-
|'''Room 614's Key'''
|"A key to classroom 614."
|-
|'''Antique Key'''
|"An antique key that's coated in rust."
|-
|'''Snow House Key'''
|"A key that evokes bitter-sweet emotions."
|-
|'''Stone Tablet'''
|"A key of some sort?... Who knows."
|-
|'''Torn Photo'''
|"Old, dirty, and stained. Where's the other half?"
|}


'''White Buffalo '''makes Nathan wear the head of a white buffalo and no shirt in what is assumed to be a Native American fashion. The effect automatically makes it snow in the area. This effect is found by interacting with the blue fire on the snowy mountain behind the cabin in the Snowy Tree World.
==Characters==
'''Nathan''' - The protagonist of the game. He is currently 17 years old, and not much is known about him until you view the events of the game. He lives in a slightly grungy apartment, and after collecting effects you find that there are other people in the building as well.


'''Girl '''gives Nathan a bow. He will curtsy when the effect key is pressed. It's found by interacting with the manequin holding the wig and bow in the girl's room with the Famicom.
'''Kaliska''' -  A young native in the Village world with a hyperactive and friendly personality. She is the younger sister of Aiyana. When she first meets Nathan she nicknames him "Cricket" Due to the color of his hair. She drags Nathan to Lunarlight Woods to see the view in the afternoon.


'''Tiki Mask '''makes Nathan wear a tiki mask and grass skirt and carry a wooden staff. Pressing the effect key will make Nathan do a dance and a sound play, and it will start to rain. Received by going to the Famicom island and interacting with the flashing tiki.
'''Aiyana''' - Kaliska's older sister. She seems to have her hands full with Kaliska, and acts like a mother to her.


'''Heart '''turns Nathan into a slow-moving heart. It's a cosmetic effect obtained by interacting with the monitor in the dying boy's room in the Hospital.
'''Laura''' - One of the people living in Nathan's building. She seems to be, or have been, Nathan childhood friend and even best friend due to certain events and how recourring she is in the Other World, judging by one effect's condition she no longer alive.


'''Lynx '''transforms Nathan into a small, gray mountain cat with a pink nose. its found by proceeding through the paranormal version of the Library (talk to the customer service NPC) and interacting with the pole-like object.
'''Fay''' - One of the people living in Nathan's building.


'''Feather Headress '''is a cosmetic effect that makes Nathan wear a large, white feather headress. It can be purchased from a man in the Native Village for $1000.
==Gameplay Video (Ver.0.07)==
[[File:TheOtherLine（Ver.0.07）プレイしてみた その4|thumb|center|365px]]
 
==Downloads==
{| class="article-table" style="width: 100%;"
!Version
!Date
!Announcement
!Download
|-
|'''0.09 (Ex-Fangame version)'''
|[[:Category:Released in 2016|June 2016]]
|[https://www.tumblr.com/login_required/the-other-line-devblog/145493734863 '''Tumblr''']
|'''[http://www.mediafire.com/file/839v2ldacoa17g3/TheOtherLine_v0.09.rar Mediafire]'''
|-
|'''0.08 (Fangame version)'''
|{{Date|2013-06-09}}
|?
|[https://www.mediafire.com/file/qid487ygsqtoxc2/The_Other_Line_ver.0.08.rar/file '''Mediafire''']
[http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=2608780371&uk=1667725 Baidu]<br />''Sign-up is required to download from Baidu.''
|-
|0.06
|February 5, 2012
|
|[https://www.mediafire.com/file/51nimm8q9lhzilr/The_Other_Line_v.0.06.zip/file Mediafire]
|-
|0.05
|October 31, 2011
|
|[https://www.mediafire.com/file/8tsovhxieplf9lm/The_Other_Line_v0.05.zip/file Mediafire]
|}


<u>''Broken Whistle''</u> is used to attract a dog found in the area outside of the Park. After the cutscene, the dog will leave a bag containing $1000.
==External Links==
==External Links==
[http://uboachan.net/fg/res/502.html Uboachan thread]
*[https://the-other-line-devblog.tumblr.com Dev Tumblr] (''Password protected'')
 
*[http://uboachan.net/fg/res/502.html Uboachan thread]
[http://www.mediafire.com/?wsqnmli4i5qtz58 Download ver 0.06]
[[Category:Fangames]]
[[Category:Fangames]]
[[Category:Fangames With Endings]]
[[Category:Released in 2010]]
[[Category:Fangames Made in RPG Maker 2003]]
[[Category:English Fangames]]

Latest revision as of 00:27, 29 August 2023

This page refers to a game that is no longer a fangame.
It has been stated by the developer that as of all future updates, it will no longer be a fangame.

(Do not update the page to new versions of the game. We will keep it up to chronicle it.)

Game Walkthrough Gallery Theories
The Other Line
TheOtherLine1.png
The Other Line's Title Screen
Release
Latest Version

0.09 (Ex-fangame)
0.08 (Fangame)

Creator

BackbeatAnthem

Language

English

Engine

RPG Maker 2003

Release Date

June 29, 2010

Details
Protagonist

Nathan Nathan

Nexus Doors

6

Effects

20

Endings

1


Overview

The Other Line (occasionally abbreviated as TOL) is an English game by BackbeatAnthem, a user known for his Youtube documentation of a large number of Yume Nikki fangames. It involves a boy in his apartment haunted by nightmares who, by use of his phone, dials into the alternate world (the "other line").

According to the creators blog, "I’ve decided to stop the distribution version 0.08. It just seems like there were too many bugs and unfinished things. I ask for everyone to wait until the next update, at which point the game will become officially available again. Fan art, videos, live streams and all that are still allowed and more than welcomed. If you have any concerns, please ask. Thanks." (Source)

In June 2016, BackbeatAnthem, has released version 0.09.

There are several distinctions that set The Other Line apart from the original Yume Nikki. The protagonist is a male, referred to as Nathan. Though the game is a work in progress, the author intends to include a plot, something new to the Yume Nikki genre of open sandbox exploration.

Gameplay

The maps in The Other Line are quite coherent. It provides a stark contrast to other fangames, suggesting that the Other World in this game is an alternate dimension or universe, rather than a mental construction of Nathan's.

Rather than totally free roaming exploration, there are more linear paths that focus on puzzles or events.

The game makes heavy use of adventure gameplay elements, such as requiring certain items or effects to trigger scenes or to get other items. There are quite a few puzzles too, such as the trivia guards and obstacles in the Temple.

  • The debug speed option has been left in the game for convenience, and Heath restoration. (May be removed in future updates)
  • There are many events that tell bits and pieces of Nathan's past (possibly), and there is an event counter too.

Plot

The Other Line uses events to tell Nathan's story and possibly his past as well. It is unknown if the phone he picks up transports him to an alternate world, or if it is his own subconsciousness and he is on the phone with a stranger/no one.

"Most of the story is told through events, which are usually small cut-scenes. They’re designed in a way that makes the game a bit more nonlinear than I’m sure most people are used to in games, but this means that you can “discover” more of the story the more you explore. This is also where the effects come into play: In order to explore, you’ll need their help.

Finding bits of the story isn’t the only focus, however. The worlds are designed in a way that the player can just sit back and relax. Some areas you may find to be more reminiscent of a painting in that there may not be a specific “purpose” for the area other than to simply enjoy the atmosphere.

The story is still undergoing many changes and tweaks, and these all affect the ending. The game’s main ending has gone through several drafts, and is likely to go through a few more.

I believe I said earlier that players could expect multiple endings. The idea of multiple endings is still something that is being considered, though I’ll make clear that this idea could easily be discarded if plot changes don’t allow for them. I wouldn't want to “force” multiple endings." (Source)

Effects

Effects

Name Image Description
Thunderbird
TolEff6.png
 Turns Nathan into the mythological bird, increasing his speed.
Coat
TolEff8.png
 Gives Nathan a gray coat. Pressing the Shift key makes Nathan put up or take down his hood. It also allows Nathan to go into the deeper parts of Snowy Tree World, without equipping the Coat effect, Nathan will pass out, and you will be warped back to the cabin with the NPC.
Pumpkin
TolEff15.png
 Nathan becomes a walking jack-o-lantern. Pressing Shift will make him light up the inside of the pumpkin, illuminating dark areas.
Baseball Cap
Tol-basecap.png
 Gives Nathan a red baseball cap. Pressing Shift warps him to an 8-bit baseball field.
Balloon
TolEff5.png
 Turns Nathan into a large purple balloon. It can be used to float over large gaps. However, touching any sharp object will cause him to pop, and you will need to navigate over the gap again.
Scythe
TolEff1.png
Tol-grimscythe.png
 Nathan wields a large, sharp scythe. Pressing Shift turns Nathan into an outfit similar to the Grim Reaper.
Alien
TolEff3.png
 Makes Nathan appear to be some sort of green alien with multiple eyes and limbs. Pressing Shift warps him back to the Nexus in a flash of light.
Toilet
TolEff14.png
 Turns Nathan into a walking bathroom toilet. Pressing Shift drains large bodies of water.
Ghost
Tol-ghost.png
 Transforms Nathan into a hooded ghost. Pressing Shift makes all but the lantern he carries invisible, and causes the ghost Nathan to laugh mischievously.
Sand
TolEff12.png
 Nathan becomes a pile of sand shaped like himself. Pressing Shift causes the sand to swirl and activate a sandstorm, stopping the sands of time until it is pressed again.
White Buffalo
TolEff9.png
 Makes Nathan wear the head of a white buffalo and no shirt in what is assumed to be a Native American fashion. Equipping the effect automatically makes it snow in the area. Pressing Shift adjusts the intensity of the snowstorm.
Girl 
TolEff2.png
 Nathan wears a wig, red bow, and a skirt instead of pants. Pressing Shift makes him curtsy.
Tiki Mask
TolEff7.png
 Gives Nathan a tiki mask, grass skirt and wooden staff. Pressing Shift will make Nathan do some sort of rain dance, and it will rain. Pressing Shift again adjusts the intensity of the rain, along with a clap of thunder.
Heart
TolEff17.png
 Turns Nathan into a slow-moving, disembodied heart. Pressing Shift will make Nathan stop for a minute, and splash blood over the screen.
Lynx
TolEff16.png
 Nathan becomes a grey Lynx. Pressing Shift makes his yellow eyes flash, allowing him to see invisible objects.
Feather Headress
TolEff18.png
 A cosmetic effect that makes Nathan wear a large, white feather headdress.
Mohawk
Tol-mohawk1.png
Tol-mohawk2.png
 Nathan has a mohawk haircut. Pressing Shift makes him wear a motorcycle helmet.
Vacuum
Tol-vacuum.png
 Nathan becomes a purple vacuum cleaner. Pressing Shift attracts NPCs.
Guitar
Tol-guitar.png
 Nathan holds a guitar. He can interact with music notes and use them as checkpoints. Pressing Shift warps him to a saved checkpoint.
Butterfly
Tol-butterfly.png
 Nathan turns into a butterfly. As of now it is only a cosmetic effect, but there was an ability planned for it.

Items

Name In-Game Description
Old Dog Whistle "A really old dog whistle that's seen better days."
Room 614's Key "A key to classroom 614."
Antique Key "An antique key that's coated in rust."
Snow House Key "A key that evokes bitter-sweet emotions."
Stone Tablet "A key of some sort?... Who knows."
Torn Photo "Old, dirty, and stained. Where's the other half?"

Characters

Nathan - The protagonist of the game. He is currently 17 years old, and not much is known about him until you view the events of the game. He lives in a slightly grungy apartment, and after collecting effects you find that there are other people in the building as well.

Kaliska -  A young native in the Village world with a hyperactive and friendly personality. She is the younger sister of Aiyana. When she first meets Nathan she nicknames him "Cricket" Due to the color of his hair. She drags Nathan to Lunarlight Woods to see the view in the afternoon.

Aiyana - Kaliska's older sister. She seems to have her hands full with Kaliska, and acts like a mother to her.

Laura - One of the people living in Nathan's building. She seems to be, or have been, Nathan childhood friend and even best friend due to certain events and how recourring she is in the Other World, judging by one effect's condition she no longer alive.

Fay - One of the people living in Nathan's building.

Gameplay Video (Ver.0.07)

File:TheOtherLine（Ver.0.07）プレイしてみた その4

Downloads

Version Date Announcement Download
0.09 (Ex-Fangame version) June 2016 Tumblr Mediafire
0.08 (Fangame version)

June 9, 2013

? Mediafire

Baidu
Sign-up is required to download from Baidu.

0.06 February 5, 2012 Mediafire
0.05 October 31, 2011 Mediafire

External Links

Retrieved from "https://ynfg.yume.wiki/index.php?title=The_Other_Line&oldid=78324"